Rafting on the Colorado River

The Colorado River is one of the classic rivers in the United States. Starting high in the Colorado Rockies, and eventually flowing through the Grand Canyon, the Colorado is the setting for some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.

A Colorado River rafting trip is the most wonderful way to explore this mighty river. Highside Adventure Tours creates customized Colorado River rafting trips that are perfect for families, first timers and children.  A memorable Colorado River rafting trip is a great way for the whole family to experience the wonders of the Colorado high country.  

For the most part, the upper portion of the river is calm, gently flowing between the walls of Little Gore Canyon and Red Rocks Canyon. Along this stretch are spectacular views and rich history, including natural hot springs, dinosaur tracks, great swimming holes and old pioneer cabins. Plenty of time for swimming and relaxing – and our famous BBQ lunch -- make this a really fun family trip and a great way to spend a perfect day river rafting in Colorado.

Although mostly a relaxing float trip, there are also a few class II rapids to add a little excitement to your day rafting on the Colorado River. But if you’re a Colorado River whitewater rafting thrill seeker looking for a more challenging Colorado River white water rafting trip, please see our Arkansas and Clear Creek River pages.

New This Year:  Inflatable Kayak Trips! Our new inflatable kayaks (nicknamed “Duckies”) allow you to be the captain of your own one or two man "raft", and experience Colorado River whitewater rafting firsthand.

Click here for a detailed chart of our Colorado River rafting trips (trip length, times, prices) and/or feel free to call us to set up an amazing day on one of the classic rivers in the world.
Our Colorado river rafting departure point is the Frisco/Breckenridge area of Summit County, within easy driving distance of Denver, Vail, Steamboat Springs, Summit County, and Winter Park.    

Call us today for help in setting up your special day for rafting on the Colorado River!